NEWS RELEASE Ontario Offering Free Fishing on Father’s Day WeekendFish for free across the province June 15-16 June 11, 2024 |
In honour of Father’s Day on Sunday, the province is offering free fishing this weekend. “Father’s Day weekend is a great time to get out on one of Ontario’s beautiful lakes or rivers and enjoy fishing,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources. “Fishing is a fun activity for everyone in the family and it’s a great way to spend time together, so I encourage you to cast a line June 15 and 16 to celebrate Father’s Day.” Right now, you can fish for many species, including yellow perch, common carp, northern pike, lake trout and walleye in most of Ontario. Some waterbodies have exceptions; be sure to check the Fishing Regulations Summary before heading out so you are aware of all limits on how many fish you can keep. If you are fishing for free during this period, you need to carry identification issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth. |
Quick Facts
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Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
MEDIA RELEASE:
June 11, 2024
Food safety tips when barbequing
Barbequing provides a unique flavour to our food. As this type of cooking takes place outside of our kitchens, additional safety precautions need to be taken when handling, preparing and serving some of our favourite foods to ensure we prevent foodborne illness. There are 4 steps to food safety which apply: Separate, Clean, Cook, Chill.
Separate:
Clean:
Cook:
Chill:
REMEMBER: “If it’s pink in the middle, put it back on the griddle.”
For more information about food safety at home, visit our Food Safety page or call 1-800-660-5853. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter @LGLHealthUnit or on Instagram @lglhealthunit.z for important public health updates.
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Please see the June 10th Media Release from the Small Business Advisory Centre pertaining to the local students who were selected for the 2024 Summer Company Program.
Brushing and ditching will begin in the Municipality on Thursday June 13, 2024, with a starting point at Land O Nod Road.
Calcium is being applied to all gravel roads within the Municipality over the next two weeks, beginning Wednesday June 12, 2024, a dust control.
Please see below the Notice of Public Hearing for Minor Variance Application A-02-2024.
The Committee of Adjustment meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19th at 6:00 p.m. for review and consideration of this file.
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
June 6, 2024
Health Unit Sexual Health Clinic Changes Coming June 10
As of June 10th, there will be some changes to the availability of sexual health clinic appointments and services:
These changes have been made as a result of changing demographics in sexually transmitted diseases and a review of community needs and organizational capacity. The LGL Health Unit sexual health clinics are available in seven different locations across Leeds, Grenville and Lanark.
Accessing appointments at local Sexual Health clinics is easier with the Health Unit’s new online booking system, however anyone without a computer can still call the Health Unit directly to arrange an appointment. Clinics in Brockville, Smiths Falls, Kemptville and Almonte may also be able to offer services to walk-ins, however appointments are highly encouraged.
Staff are non-judgemental, welcoming those of all ages, genders and sexual orientations into safe and positive spaces. Clients who attend these clinics do not need to have a health card or a primary health care provider.
The following services will continue to be offered at the clinics:
The Health Unit also has a Nurse Practitioner in some clinics, which has allowed for expansion of services to include IUD placement and removal, as well as addressing more complex sexual health issues. This helps to reduce barriers to clients by providing a rapid pathway to a provider, providing sexual health services to clients who do not have a primary care provider, and by reducing the number of visits clients need to make in order to receive care.
The Health Unit also is involved with the GetAKit program that provides at-home testing for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections. These kits can be ordered directly from the Health Unit website and are mailed to your home at no cost.
The healthunit.org website is full of great information that you can browse anytime, which includes a specific section on clinics and classes as well as a health information button which provides more general information about sexual health. Social media accounts such as Facebook, X and Instagram allow for important updates and direct messaging from clients.
Anyone seeking additional information can reach out through our email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the toll free number: 1-800-660-5853 to speak confidentially to a public health nurse.
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Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
June 4, 2024
Summer Temperatures Have Arrived
Summer temperatures have arrived. While many welcome the warmer weather, the Health Unit is sending a reminder that high temperatures may affect your health.
Becoming over heated can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and in some cases death. Even short periods of exposure to high temperatures can cause health problems. If you experience the following symptoms after exposure to extreme heat seek medical attention immediately:
Everyone is at risk; however the following people are in greater danger of being affected:
Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, advises to keep cool and hydrated when it is hot outside and to take the following precautions:
At this time Environment Canada and Climate Change has not issued a heat warning for Health Unit, heat warnings are issued when the:
For more information on how to protect your health during extreme heat, visit our Exposure to Hot/Cold Temperatures page. For specific health heat-related questions call 1-800-660-5853 or 613-345-5685. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter @LGLHealthUnit or Instagram @lglhealthunit.z for important public health updates.
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A new one-stop-shop website connecting seniros and their families to government services and resources
Please see the attached News Release from the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility with information regarding Seniors Month in Ontario.
For more information, please visit Ontario.ca/seniors.
Special Council Meeting Mon Jul 08 @ 6:00PM |
Regular Council Meeting Mon Jul 08 @ 7:00PM |
Council and Committee meetings are now being held in person at this time.
To view the Council Meetings, visit Council’s YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_OEkw3ylMarGSHGeNecrQg